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Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to independently perform a wide range of cargo processing operations,including rigging and operations of a 35 ton bridge crane; inspection, certification, blocking/bracing of hazardousand explosive cargo; and the operating of various types of heavy vehicles and material handling equipment. Responsibilities Operate bridge crane. Performs visual and operational checks of all moving parts prior to start of work and reports any discrepancies noted. Selects and utilizes proper rigging equipment. Supports management and local directives. Operates 5-ton tractor/trailer and various general-purpose vehicles within the confines of the installation to include the flightline. Performs material handling duties, including the use of tools and other equipment, in a safe manner, utilizing safety practices and procedures, and complying with established safety rules and regulations. Operates forklifts and automated material handling equipment, such as high-rise automated storage and retrieval equipment, to temporarily store and position palletized material. Maintains records and documents actions: Uses computer terminals, optical readers, bar code wands, scanners, handheld terminals, etc. to input receipt and shipping information. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5700 Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operation Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of a CRANE OPERATOR (RIGGING WORKER/MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR) without more than normal supervision. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of the operation, capabilities, and capacities of bridge crane. Knowledge of the crane's response to control changes. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures. 2. Knowledge of regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation. Ability to react quickly to hand and other signals from ground level personnel. Skill in operating the crane controls to make precise moves while maneuvering loads. 3. Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. Knowledge of accepted warehousing methods, procedures, and material handling techniques. Knowledge of warehousing functions, such as material receiving and shipping. 4. Knowledge of inventory procedures and ability to prepare inventory and production reports. Knowledge of regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation and ability to screen shipping and receiving documents for discrepancies. Skill in the use of automated material processing equipment and systems to include computer terminals, optical readers, and scanners. Ability to interpret and apply instructions pertaining to material handling. Ability to maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a neat, clean, and orderly manner. 5. Ability to safely operate forklifts. Must be skilled in handling controls for starting, stopping, backing, lifting, lowering, tilting, and driving forklifts through narrow aisles, up and down ramps, and in and out of trucks. Ability to safely drive and operate a motor vehicle, including skill in manipulating controls for starting, stopping, backing, and driving vehicles in all types of traffic and road conditions and in judging overhead, side clearance, turning radius, and braking distance. 6. Knowledge of rigging practices and techniques. Ability to install weight handling gear such as chains, cables, ropes, and slings used to lift, move, and position a variety of large and heavy equipment, machinery, and supply items. Knowledge of breaking strains, safe working loads, and other physical characteristics of basic rigging materials and equipment such as jacks, tackle blocks, chain falls, shackles, and various wire and fiber ropes to select and install the appropriate type and size of gear. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Works on hard surfaces and in work areas that require standing, stooping, bending, and working in tiring anduncomfortable positions. Moves shipments and crane equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. May handle heavieritems with weight lifting equipment or with assistance from other workers. Work requires light to heavy physicaleffort in reaching, bending, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs during crane operations or while driving,raising, lowering, and tilting forklifts. Subject to possible strain caused by vibration of forklift. Occasionally may berequired to make limited emergency repairs on vehicles, such as changing a flat tire. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is done inside and outside in areas that may be hot, damp, cold, drafty, or poorly lighted. Employee isregularly exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes and bruises, falls from ladders, falling material, swinging craneloads, or injury from equipment. May be exposed to dust, dirt, grease, solvents, and high noise areas while workingin a mechanized work area, or radiation, toxins, explosives hazards, or chemical fumes while working in a hazardousmaterials area. May be required to wear protective clothing, such as hard hats, steel toed shoes, rubber gloves,masks, and rubber aprons. Drives motor vehicles in all types of traffic and weather conditions. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. 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